A Bronx-based nonprofit offering free tech training and career support in web development, data, design, and cybersecurity for underestimated talent in New York, Newark, and Atlanta.
Why I recommend it: I point career changers who cannot afford a bootcamp toward TKH. The program is community-rooted, employer-connected, and focused on economic mobility.
Citywide Newark initiative founded in 2019 that helps high school students prepare for postsecondary education, job training, and career paths paying a thriving wage, through career exploration, individual support, and professional development.
Why I recommend it: If you work with high school students in or near Newark, this is the network to plug into rather than building your own.
The Knowledge House Founder's Directory — 2026 Edition
A one-page clickable directory of accelerators, funds, and small-business support beyond Y Combinator: NY/NJ, Atlanta, Los Angeles, DMV, and Baltimore, plus national programs for underrepresented founders, federal agencies, and corporate grant programs.
In plain terms: This directory lists business accelerators, grants, investors, and government support programs across several regions and nationwide. You can use the clickable links to find funding, free mentoring, and resources to help start or grow your business.
Why I recommend it: Most founders only know Y Combinator. This directory is where the actual money and mentorship live for people building outside Silicon Valley — several programs take no equity at all.
